Player: Yannick Carrasco

Nationality: Belgium

Primary Positions: Winger, Left Winger, Attacking Midfielder

Clubs (not exhaustive, with notable spells):

• AS Monaco (France) – Youth and early professional development
• Atlético Madrid (Spain) – First spell 2015–2018; returned 2020–2022 after playing in China
• Dalian Yifang / Dalian Professional (China) – 2018–2019
• Al-Shabab (Saudi Arabia) – later career move

Atlético Madrid highlights:

• Joined Atlético Madrid in summer 2015 from AS Monaco.
• Important attacking option on the wings and a versatile wide forward under coach Diego Simeone.
• Contributed goals and assists in La Liga and UEFA competitions during his spells at the club.
• Returned to Atlético in January 2020 after his stint in China, re-integrating into the first team and adding experience and pace on the flanks.

Belgium national team:

• Senior debut: 2015.
• Participated in major tournaments with Belgium, including UEFA Euro 2016 and the 2018 FIFA World Cup.
• Known for pace, dribbling ability and capability to play on either wing.

Playing style & strengths:

• Quick, direct dribbler who can beat defenders one-on-one.
• Good vision for creating chances and shooting from distance.
• Versatile across attacking positions, able to play on left or right flank or as an advanced midfielder.

Basic personal info:

• Full name: Yannick Ferreira Carrasco
• Born: 4 September 1993